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| Oracle Linux and Oracle Virtualization Newsletter |
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Oracle AI Database 26ai Coming Soon for Linux x86-64 On-Premises Platforms
Oracle AI Database 26ai Enterprise Edition for Linux x86-64 will be released in January 2026. This milestone brings the power of AI-native data management directly to your data centers, offering enhanced capabilities to simplify architectures, accelerate AI-driven development, and meet your security and performance needs, regardless of where your data resides.
Key Features of Oracle AI Database 26ai
- AI Vector Search: Enables high-performance similarity queries and semantic retrieval within the database.
- Globally Distributed Database with RAFT-Based Replication: Ensures robust data consistency and availability across distributed environments.
- In-Database SQL Firewall: Provides scalable, in-database protection against unauthorized SQL and injection attacks.
- Quantum-Resistant Encryption: Implements NIST-approved quantum-resistant algorithms for data-in-flight and data-at-rest.
- True Cache: Offers an application-transparent, transactionally consistent mid-tier cache to maintain low latency while retaining full SQL compatibility.
- JSON Relational Duality: Unifies relational, JSON, and graph data models, allowing the same data to be accessed via SQL, as documents, or as graphs.
- Apache Iceberg Lakehouse Support: Supports reading and writing Apache Iceberg data formats in the object store, enabling integration with open lakehouse tables across multiple cloud platforms.
For more details, refer to the Oracle AI Database 26ai announcement.
Please consult My Oracle Support (MOS) Doc ID: 742060.1 for the latest information on Oracle Database release and support schedules. |
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| Product Highlights |
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Oracle Linux 10.1 Now Generally Available
Oracle Linux 10.1 is now generally available for 64-bit Intel and AMD (x86_64) and 64-bit Arm (aarch64) platforms. This release includes the following kernel options:
Read the Oracle Linux 10.1 blog post for more details.
Oracle Linux 9.7 Now Generally Available
Oracle Linux 9.7 is now generally available for 64-bit Intel and AMD (x86_64) and 64-bit Arm (aarch64) platforms. This release includes the following kernel options:
Please refer to the Oracle Linux 9.7 blog announcement for more details.
Tracking Oracle Linux & UEK: Complete Release Overview
This blog post provides a comprehensive roundup of all Oracle Linux releases, including Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel (UEK) releases. Whether you’re a seasoned Oracle administrator or new to the ecosystem, you’ll find a clear summary of the major milestones. Stay informed about how Oracle Linux and UEK continue to evolve, delivering enterprise-grade stability, security, and performance for your mission-critical workloads. |
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Prepare an Oracle Linux Virtual Machine for Azure
Microsoft published a step-by-step guide to preparing an Oracle Linux virtual machine for Azure. This article assumes that you've already installed an Oracle Linux operating system (OS) to a virtual hard disk (VHD).
Citrix NetScaler Supports Oracle Linux On-Premises and in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
NetScaler is an application delivery and security platform that enhances the performance and security of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops. This virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) solution, when deployed, provides an organization’s workers with secure access to their applications from any device and any location. NetScaler supports Oracle Linux and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
Experience Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE on Oracle Linux
Dassault Systèmes 3DExperience, a platform of applications used for 3D modeling, simulation, collaboration and more supports Oracle Linux 8 and 9. Applications such as Enovia, SolidWorks, Simulia, Catia, BIOVIA, and others are part of 3DExperience. |
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| Developers Corner |
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Improving GCC Buffer Overflow Detection for C Flexible Array Members
This blog post delves into the latest enhancements in GCC, in a coordinated development with the Kernel Self Protection Project (KSPP). Discover the driving motivations behind these advancements, see how to leverage the new features through practical examples, and explore important caveats and guidelines. You'll also read about how these innovations are being adopted within the Linux kernel ecosystem and beyond.
In a previously published blog article titled “Closing A Hole In The Detection Of Buffer Overflows With GCC”, find out how the GCC compiler was enhanced to enable developers to detect more dangerous buffer overflows, by adding a new GCC option called -fstrict-flex-arrays and a corresponding warning option -Wstrict-flex-arrays.
Natural Language System Tracing with DTrace and LLMs
This blog on how LLMs can unlock the power of DTrace is for system administrators and app developers who want better insights into what’s actually happening on their computers. There has been a ground-up rewrite of the DTrace code for Linux to make it faster and better. It is incorporated into the Linux kernel and licensed dtrace-utils under the Universal Permissive License. Greg Marsden, SVP of Development at Oracle, shares a step-by-step guide on how you can unlock DTrace with the power of AI.
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| Training |
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Learn How to Install Oracle Linux 10
We’ve just launched a new video that guides users through using the graphical installation of Oracle Linux 10:
- Installing Oracle Linux 10 - The video demonstrates an installation of Oracle Linux 10 using the graphical installation utility. It covers how to find and download the Oracle Linux 10 installation media from multiple sources, as well as how to create a bootable installation image. The video explains all key required installation options and walks you step-by-step through essential configuration categories, with a direct link to official installation documentation. Whether you’re looking to review the basics or deepen your expertise, this is an excellent resource to strengthen your skills with the Oracle Linux installation process.
- Oracle Linux Boot and Installation Process - Learn even more skills for working with the Oracle Linux boot and installation process with this library of videos and hands-on labs.
- Oracle Linux Training Station - Oracle Linux Training Station offers a comprehensive, free library of training materials covering Oracle Linux and a range of Oracle Virtualization products.
- Learn | Luna Labs - Luna is a platform designed to simplify the experience of participating in classes, workshops, tutorials, and labs.
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| Events and Webinars |
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Save The Date for Oracle AI World Tour 2026!
Join us for complimentary one-day events around the globe. Hear the latest breakthroughs in AI-powered cloud applications, databases, and infrastructure from experts, partners, Oracle executives, and local business leaders.
Subscribe for updates and registration alerts.
Registration has started for the following cities:
Watch Our On-Demand Partner Webinar Series
We’ve started a series of webinars with our partners, featuring a high-level walkthrough of Oracle Virtualization, alongside partners’ solutions.
Read the blog for details on on-demand recordings.
We’d love to hear from you—contact us to explore opportunities. |
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